Patient Care Technician

Can you picture yourself working with patients on a daily basis? Do you like the satisfaction that comes from helping others? If so, Patient Care Technician training might be a good idea for you.

Do you want a professional career in the field of healthcare career that advances the well-being of others? Are you considering Patient Care Technician schools? The Patient Care Technician training program at the Salter School of Nursing & Allied Health will help you build the clinical skills you need to assist patients with their healthcare needs.

PCTs make a difference in their patients’ lives by providing necessary care. Part of their job is to make sure patients feel comfortable and safe in their environment and to help them with their daily needs.

What Does a Patient Care Technician Do?

Check blood pressure, heart rate, and pulse

Change bedding

Administer and monitor food intake

Assist in physical exams

Maintain laundry

Feed, bathe, and clothe patients

Sterilize rooms and medical instruments

Take blood or stool samples

Administer and read EKGs

Record patient data

Because PCTs are so active in the patients’ everyday health needs, they have opportunities to build lasting relationships with their patients. This can be one of the greatest rewards of the job.

You don’t need to have any prior healthcare education. All you need to apply is a high school diploma or equivalent. PCTs are required to be patient and hard-working individuals. If you consider yourself a compassionate person, then consider the Patient Care Technician program.

Train Close to Home

The Patient Care Technician program is available at the following campus: